Camp Susquehanna

2024 In-Person Camp Important Dates

Health at Camp

Campers with special needs: 

Camp Susquehanna has qualified burn nurses on staff who dispense medications, change dressings, assist with pressure garments, and perform medical duties as needed.  For the first time this year we will also have the benefit of Telemedicine Services through Lehigh Valley Health Network!  Our programming is geared to include all levels of ability and function.   Other professionals are present, including mental health, physical, occupational, and/or recreational therapists, etc.

Camp Susquehanna 2023 COVID-19 Protocol

Campers:

Protocols:

• It is not mandatory for campers to be vaccinated.
• Campers must complete a rapid Covid Test (which will be sent to you by Camp Susquehanna) 72 hours prior to boarding the bus to come to camp. (Sunday, June 11).  A negative test result must be sent to Camp Leadership.
• Campers must also complete a rapid Covid Test immediately prior to boarding a bus to come to camp (or prior to arriving to camp if being transported privately).  Result must be negative.
• Campers must wear a mask while on the bus to camp.
• Any camper exhibiting symptoms throughout the week will receive a rapid test.  A positive camper will be isolated and must be picked up by a parent or guardian.
• Once everyone has tested negative, and we have established our “Camp Susquehanna” bubble (no one leaves campus or is exposed to anyone other than those listed above), masks will not be mandatory. Anyone wishing to wear a mask may do so.

Provisions:

• ALL westmont staff and all Camp Susquehanna volunteers will be fully vaccinated (“fully” – based on CDC guidelines).  All staff must test negative upon arrival.
• All Westmont staff will wear masks when indoor with campers.
• Outdoor meal areas will be utilized whenever possible.
• All bus drivers and chaperones will be vaccinated and masked.
• No “self service” (like a salad bar) in the dining hall.
• Bunks will be spaced apart more than typical, allowing for distance between sleeping campers.
• ION filters in every air conditioned building

Recommendations:

• If feasible, you can reduce exposure of your camper (keep them home, away from others, etc. for several days prior to boarding the bus to come to camp.  This will lessen the chance they can be exposed and miss out on the opportunity to come to camp.

By registering your camper for Camp Susquehanna 2022, you are acknowledging that any interaction with the general public poses an elevated risk of being exposed to COVID-19. You further acknowledge that you and your camper will undertake all measures to protect your and his/her own health and well-being and those of others in attendance at Camp Susquehanna including adhering to Centers for Disease Control guidelines, to the best of our abilities,  and laws, ordinances and mandates in the locale of the conference; and following the published COVID-19 safety guidelines for the event. By attending the camp your camper voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold Camp Susquehanna, Burn Prevention Network, Camp Westmont or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

**These protocols may be updated and changed based on the evolving environment surrounding Covid-19.  Updates will be provided as soon as they become available.

 

Volunteers and LITs:

Protocols:

• Vaccinations are not  required for volunteers and LITS
• Volunteers and LITs  must complete a Rapid Covid Test 72 hours prior to arriving at camp.   A negative test result must be sent to Camp Leadership.
• Volunteers and LITs  must also complete a rapid Covid Test either prior to leaving to drive to camp or upon arrival.  Camp Susquehanna will provide the Rapid Tests. Result must be negative.
• Any volunteer or LIT exhibiting symptoms throughout the week will receive a rapid test.  If a positive test occurs, that person must leave the campus.
• Once everyone has tested negative, and we have established our “Camp Susquehanna” bubble (no one leaves campus or is exposed to anyone other than those listed above), masks will not be mandatory. Anyone wishing to wear a mask may do so.

 

Provisions:

• ALL westmont staff and all Camp Susquehanna volunteers will be fully vaccinated (“fully” – based on CDC guidelines).  All staff must test negative upon arrival.
  Campers will be tested 72 hours prior to arriving, as well before boarding the buses. All tests must be negative.
• All Westmont staff will wear masks when indoor with campers.
• Outdoor meal areas will be utilized whenever possible.
• All bus drivers and chaperones will be vaccinated and masked.
• No “self service” (like a salad bar) in the dining hall.
• Bunks will be spaced apart more than typical, allowing for distance between sleeping campers.
• ION filters in every air conditioned building

By registering to volunteer for Camp Susquehanna 2022, you are acknowledging that any interaction with the general public poses an elevated risk of being exposed to COVID-19. You further acknowledge that you and your camper will undertake all measures to protect your and his/her own health and well-being and those of others in attendance at Camp Susquehanna including adhering to Centers for Disease Control guidelines, to the best of our abilities,  and laws, ordinances and mandates in the locale of the conference; and following the published COVID-19 safety guidelines for the event. By attending the camp your camper voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold Camp Susquehanna, Burn Prevention Network, Camp Westmont or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

**These protocols may be updated and changed based on the evolving environment surrounding Covid-19.  Updates will be provided as soon as they become available.

 

Activities

Location

 

Camp Susquehanna is being held at beautiful Camp Westmont in Poyntelle, PA!  Surrounded by beautiful woods and containing many outdoor adventures, campers and counselors also enjoy the amenities of air conditioned facilities.

Cost for Camp

Camp is FREE  to campers, sponsored by the M. Elvin Byler Memorial Sertoma Club, Burn Prevention Network,  and other generous donors.  Campers are also offered free roundtrip bus transportation from several different sites/burn centers across Pennsylvania; including Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Lehigh Valley.  Children may also be brought to camp via private vehicle.

 

Staff & Leadership

Our staff consists of adult burn survivors, health care professionals, burn center staff and fire service professionals.  All of our staff undergoes criminal background checks, screening interviews, and training.

Volunteer Info

Counselors must be present at camp per the dates listed above. No exceptions.  On-site volunteers include counselors, fun squad, psychosocial team, photographers, nurses and more!   You must:

• Have experience working with children
• Complete the application
• Complete a phone interview
• Attend all days of camp
• Must have Criminal and Child Abuse checks completed and mailed prior to attending camp. Anyone who has not lived in the state of PA for the last ten consecutive years ​must also complete an FBI fingerprint check. Clearances are valid for 60 months from date of ​issue.
• Burn survivors ages 18-20 may apply to the Leaders-In-Training Program
• All others potential volunteers must be at least 21 years of age

If you cannot commit to the entire time at camp, we have other opportunities as well!

• Chaperone on the buses that bring campers to and from camp.
• Packers who label, organize, inventory, and move camp supplies.
• Fundraisers!  Hold a raffle, a fundraising event, or recruit donors.
• Help with a lunch stop along the bus routes for the campers.

Camper Information

Leaders In Training Info

The Leaders In Training (LIT) program is a three year leadership program within Camp Susquehanna, for young adults ages 18 to 21 with an option for a fourth year. The LIT program focuses on fostering skills necessary to becoming a good leader as well as developing life skills that will be beneficial throughout the participant’s lifetime. Through a combination of group discussions and exercises, the participants will recognize the value of teamwork and planning, how to overcome obstacles, handle setbacks and continue to develop their own values. These skills will be put to use while interacting and assisting the campers and counselors. Entry into this program is via an application process, which will be reviewed by a committee of the Camp and those accepted will be notified.

Virtual Fest Events

Our next virtual Camp Susquehanna event will be WINTER FEST on January 22nd, 2024!

Stay tuned for more information.

 

Donate

Camp Susquehanna is only possible because of generous community donors and businesses. It costs roughly $1000 to send one child to camp, and the entire experience is completely free of charge to our campers and their families!

Please mail your gift to:

Burn Prevention Network
Attn: Cori Rolón
6081 Hamilton Blvd. Suite 600-628
Allentown, PA 18106

Make checks payable to: Burn Prevention Network and write “Camp Susquehanna” in the memo.

The Burn Prevention Network is a Non-Profit Charitable Corporation registered in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free 1-800-732-0999.

Contact Us

Camp Susquehanna is a program of the Burn Prevention Network. 

Mailing Address:

1275 Glenlivet Drive Suite 100-628
Allentown, PA 18106-3107

484-224-3032

campsusquehanna@gmail.com